Wearing copper for medical benefits has a long history dating all way back to ancient Egypt.  Copper has been used for centuries to help eliviate pain, swelling, headaches and arthritis.   Microminerals of iron and zinc, present in the copper, combine via contact on the skin.   From there, the body absorbs these minerals, and if you are deficient in these minerals to begin with, you may now feel better.  In theory, the microminerals absorbed through direct contact are stronger than minerals taken in supplement form because they go directly to the bloodstream and they bypass the liver. In addition, it has been  said that a low constant dosage of these microminerals in the blood provides immediate and long-term benefits for the tissues and the joints. 

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